This clue appeared in the Mini Crossword on Thursday, May 28, 2026 (1 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it.
Answer length: 5 squares
First letter
M _ _ _ _
First and last letters
M _ _ _ E
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MATTE as a word: (American spelling) Dull; not reflective of light; An instrument for producing a dull, lustreless surface.
MATTE has been an answer 3 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 6, 2025.
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